The life and musical partners Davis Little and Haleigh Black are a violin and acoustic guitar duo from Birmingham, AL. They are known for their intimate performances and a unique sound that combines traditional Appalachian/Irish/Scottish, Jazz, Folk and World music. They've recently brought their music to the UK, Europe, and US and are now preparing for shows across the US this Fall/Winter. 
 
The Iron Ring is Tyler St. Clare (wooden flute, vocals) and Joel Michael-Schwartz (guitar, mandolin, vocals), two classically-trained musicians with a lifelong interest in celtic music. Drawing influence from the likes of Chris Norman, Martin Hayes, and John Doyle, they are carving a small new corner of the tradition in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Balfolk refers to traditional and contemporary folk dance music from France, Brittan, Belgium and a few
other places. Dances include bourree, mazurka, an dro, hanter dro and others. The music for the dances
is interesting, rhythmic, mysterious and lots of fun to play.
This is a guided jam session, led by Mark Vidor. IT IS NOT A DANCE SESSION. All musicians and all
instruments are welcome. No prior experience in the genre is necessary. Music will be provided at the
session. Music is also available electronically in advance in PDF format. For more information, contact
Mark Vidor at mbvidor@aol.com
The session is free but a donation to the Lutherie would be appreciated.

Thunder and Rain has been touring and making records since 2014.
Founding member Erinn Peet-Lukes moved from Colorado to Nashville in
2021, where she met Amelia Ransom (fiddle) and Laura Ray (banjo). The
three had immediate chemistry and began touring the northeast, southeast,
and mountain west. For live shows, they round out their sound with Andy
Brown on upright bass. Peet-Lukes has been awarded for her songwriting
several times, including Kerrville New Folk Competition (2018), Merlefest
Songwriting Competition (2021), and IBMA Songwriter Showcase (2022).
Thunder and Rain’s latest release, Storybook Sessions, marks the
beginning of a new era for this decade-long project. While the lyrics on the
record deal in dark themes—heartbreak so bad that it feels macabre,
monsters in the forest, anxieties about the end times, and murder on the
high seas—the songs are uplifted by up-tempo bluegrass drive and soaring
melodies that stick in the listener’s head.

Come hear D.C.'s premier bluegrass band in NE Baltimore's most accessible, cozy listening room.
Big Howdy is an award-winning progressive bluegrass band known for its powerful lead singing, rich vocal harmonies, and instrumental chops. With a repertoire that mixes bluegrass classics with emotionally compelling original songs, intriguingly novel instrumentals, and well-chosen contemporary material, Big Howdy presents bluegrass with modern polish while honoring the drive that lies at the heart of the music.
With band members Dede Wyland on guitar, Tom McLaughlin on Mandolin, Randy Barrett on banjo, Ira Gitlin on bass, and all members singing dazzling vocals and harmonies, you do not want to miss this rare Baltimore appearance!
$20 donation suggested

Come join a one-off Saturday afternoon bluegrass jam as part of the Hamilton-Lauraville bluegrass weekend that also celebrates and benefits Blue Water Baltimore! Bring your instruments and songs, and join in the fun. This is a free event, and we will put out a tip jar for Blue Water Baltimore. Jonathan Vocke and Ann Porcella will be your hosts. Come to play some music, and stay in our lovely neighborhood to have dinner at one of our excellent restaurants. Stay even later for the great line-up of bluegrass and folk bands at Micky's Joint and Wax Atlas, both just a mile up the road

Join singer-songwriter Letitia VanSant for an evening to build community and courage in a challenging political moment. She will be sharing original songs, many of which we will all sing together, that have to do with solidarity, courage, writing our future, and deepening our capacity for loving ourselves and each other. A portion of the proceeds will go to CASA, which builds power for and improves the quality of life of immigrant communities. We’ll also talk about some ways that folks are getting involved in organizing and caring for their spirits. Suggested donation of $20-50. Ahren Buchheister will join on pedal steel. Space is limited so please RSVP here to save a seat!